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Unsafe Environment Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wants to be our Teacher: only He can treat you with the unconditional love, acceptance and honor that befits your true identity as a spirit being. As you begin to learn under His tutelage, it is likely that He will put you in circumstances of all kinds, including work, family and church settings, in order for you to both test what you have learned but also learn how to receive and overcome rejection. Remember there are only two kinds of people in this world—those that have been rejected, and those that have been rejected MORE! The Lord will also be building your confidence in His ability to teach and speak and your ability to hear and act. ______________________________________________   Though we learn directly from Him, what we learn is generally put to the test in our day-to-day environment. As we minister in a variety of situations, we learn how the Lord is considerate of Hi

Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are beginning to enjoy freedom, for he knows that it does not take long to learn to wield these weapons against him and his plots if we are depending on the Lord for training. Unsafe Environment: Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wants to be our Teacher: only He can treat you with the unconditional love, acceptance and honor that befits your true identity as a spirit being.

Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are beginning to enjoy freedom, for he knows that it does not take long to learn to wield these weapons against him and his plots if we are depending on the Lord for training. Unsafe Environment: Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wan

Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are beginning to enjoy freedom, for he knows that it does not take long to learn to wield these weapons against him and his plots if we are depending on the Lord for training. Unsafe Environment: Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wants to be our Teacher: only He can treat you with the unconditional love, acceptance and honor that befits your true identity as a spirit being.

Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are beginning to enjoy freedom, for he knows that it does not take long to learn to wield these weapons against him and his plots if we are depending on the Lord for training. Unsafe Environment: Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wan

Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are beginning to enjoy freedom, for he knows that it does not take long to learn to wield these weapons against him and his plots if we are depending on the Lord for training. Unsafe Environment: Most of all we need a safe environment in which to make mistakes. This is one of the reasons the Lord Himself wan

Selfish: At one time or another we are all tempted to use the gifts for our own purposes, for getting our needs for attention and recognition met. Being tempted is not the problem, but failing to recognize this subtle distraction can be a long-term problem, one which often affects individuals, fellowships and even entire movements. Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our tr

Selfish: At one time or another we are all tempted to use the gifts for our own purposes, for getting our needs for attention and recognition met. Being tempted is not the problem, but failing to recognize this subtle distraction can be a long-term problem, one which often affects individuals, fellowships and even entire movements. Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our training, especially if we are

Selfish: At one time or another we are all tempted to use the gifts for our own purposes, for getting our needs for attention and recognition met. Being tempted is not the problem, but failing to recognize this subtle distraction can be a long-term problem, one which often affects individuals, fellowships and even entire movements. Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our tr

Selfish: At one time or another we are all tempted to use the gifts for our own purposes, for getting our needs for attention and recognition met. Being tempted is not the problem, but failing to recognize this subtle distraction can be a long-term problem, one which often affects individuals, fellowships and even entire movements. Being Arrogant: One way arrogance shows up as gifts are being expressed is by leaving the impression that the person with the gift is somehow more mature, blessed or anointed because of the working or fruit of the gift. There is only One Level in the Kingdom—we are all equally joint-heirs with our Older Brother, and each of us is equally a son of our Father. Lack of Knowledge: Gaining the knowledge of the Lord is simple. It is not easy, because it will cost us everything, but it is simple. Demonic Interference: Until we are living in complete and utter dependence on Christ we will be susceptible to attacks and interference from the enemy. He will definitely stick his nose in our tr

Being Judgmental: There are at least two ways judgmentalism plays into learning about the gifts. First, being on the receiving end of ministry, and rejecting the ministry given. It is likely there will be a reaction on the part of the one ministering. Conversely, if you are the one ministering, and your ministry is rejected or even evaluated objectively. All ministry is judged objectively; it’s when we ascribe motives or manipulation that we are likely to offend or be offended. This WILL happen, so it’s just something to be prepared for. Being Critical: Using the gifts to correct others’ behavior, doctrine or temperament is probably the most disruptive aspect of the learning curve. Selfish: At one time or another we are all tempted to use the gifts for our own purposes, for getting our needs for attention and recognition met. Being tempted is not the problem, but failing to recognize this subtle distraction can be a long-term problem, one which often affects individuals, fellowships and even entire movements.

Independence: Flowing in the gifts of the Spirit is an outflowing of something that already resides within each of us. If we find it a strain and a struggle, either emotionally or mentally, or find it hard to act on the gift, we are likely trying to move in the gifts out of our own strength. Being Judgmental: There are at least two ways judgmentalism plays into learning about the gifts. First, being on the receiving end of ministry, and rejecting the ministry given. It is likely there will be a reaction on the part of the one ministering. Conversely, if you are the one ministering, and your ministry is rejected or even evaluated objectively. All ministry is judged objectively; it’s when we ascribe motives or manipulation that we are likely to offend or be offended. This WILL happen, so it’s just something to be prepared for. Being Critical: Using the gifts to correct others’ behavior, doctrine or temperament is probably the most disruptive aspect of the learning curve. Selfish: At one time or another we are a

Being Controlling: Control is just another word for flesh, or getting our needs met our way, without God. So we can use the gifts to gain recognition or to prevent rejection. Either way it is the flesh, and is ultimately an attempt to control not only our own circumstances, others and our selves, but God Himself. Since He knows this very well, and hates our flesh, He’s not going to let it come between Him and His purposes for us (healing, freedom, dependence on Him). It is likely that He will arrange circumstances to show us the failure of our own resources and provide us with the knowledge and opportunity to turn to the gifts of the Spirit in order to address the circumstance. This could be an external circumstance, such as a cri-sis or urgent need, where we need to hear from Him and He brings us into contact with someone who gives us an undeniable word from God, or He could give us such a hunger for Him that we become willing to set aside every hindrance and belief that keeps us from having that hunger sati

Personal Immaturity in the Use of the Supernatural Gifts: Just because someone is immature (aren’t we all?) doesn’t give any of us justification either to ignore the results of their gifts or to neglect their operation in our own lives. Being Hypocritical: Does the life and ministry (in the broad sense) of the person line up with the giving character of God? Being Controlling: Control is just another word for flesh, or getting our needs met our way, without God. So we can use the gifts to gain recognition or to prevent rejection. Either way it is the flesh, and is ultimately an attempt to control not only our own circumstances, others and our selves, but God Himself. Since He knows this very well, and hates our flesh, He’s not going to let it come between Him and His purposes for us (healing, freedom, dependence on Him). It is likely that He will arrange circumstances to show us the failure of our own resources and provide us with the knowledge and opportunity to turn to the gifts of the Spirit in order to ad

Personal Immaturity: There is a difference between being “child-like” and “child-ish.” Personal Immaturity in the Use of the Supernatural Gifts: Just because someone is immature (aren’t we all?) doesn’t give any of us justification either to ignore the results of their gifts or to neglect their operation in our own lives. Being Hypocritical: Does the life and ministry (in the broad sense) of the person line up with the giving character of God? Being Controlling: Control is just another word for flesh, or getting our needs met our way, without God. So we can use the gifts to gain recognition or to prevent rejection. Either way it is the flesh, and is ultimately an attempt to control not only our own circumstances, others and our selves, but God Himself. Since He knows this very well, and hates our flesh, He’s not going to let it come between Him and His purposes for us (healing, freedom, dependence on Him). It is likely that He will arrange circumstances to show us the failure of our own resources and provide

Learning to be ready and available to move in all the gifts of the Spirit is part of the learning process. The goal is not to become proficient at moving in the gifts, but to rest in dependence on the Lord. Not just for our training in how to use them, but also when, where and how. He is the beginning, the end AND the middle of our instruction. Our results are not measured by how well we function in the gifts, or even if others are set free, but are we ministering out of rest and confidence in His life flowing through us rather than our abilities, strength, or even our training. The diversity of the gifts of the Spirit is as essential as the diversity of the members of our body, and as such each is under the authority, training and supervision of the Lord, our only Head. Because our spirit is under the authority of the Holy Spirit, and our soul is under the authority of our spirit, the exercise of supernatural gifts, which function through our soul, is subject to control by the individual’s spirit. Which is

Learning to be ready and available to move in all the gifts of the Spirit is part of the learning process. The goal is not to become proficient at moving in the gifts, but to rest in dependence on the Lord. Not just for our training in how to use them, but also when, where and how. He is the beginning, the end AND the middle of our instruction. Our results are not measured by how well we function in the gifts, or even if others are set free, but are we ministering out of rest and confidence in His life flowing through us rather than our abilities, strength, or even our training. The diversity of the gifts of the Spirit is as essential as the diversity of the members of our body, and as such each is under the authority, training and supervision of the Lord, our only Head. Because our spirit is under the authority of the Holy Spirit, and our soul is under the authority of our spirit, the exercise of supernatural gifts, which function through our soul, is subject to control by the individual’s spirit. Which is

Learning to be ready and available to move in all the gifts of the Spirit is part of the learning process. The goal is not to become proficient at moving in the gifts, but to rest in dependence on the Lord. Not just for our training in how to use them, but also when, where and how. He is the beginning, the end AND the middle of our instruction. Our results are not measured by how well we function in the gifts, or even if others are set free, but are we ministering out of rest and confidence in His life flowing through us rather than our abilities, strength, or even our training. The diversity of the gifts of the Spirit is as essential as the diversity of the members of our body, and as such each is under the authority, training and supervision of the Lord, our only Head. Because our spirit is under the authority of the Holy Spirit, and our soul is under the authority of our spirit, the exercise of supernatural gifts, which function through our soul, is subject to control by the individual’s spirit. Which is

  If the best gift is the one that is most needed, can we extend that valuation to the person being used in that gift? Does the person who has the most and/or best gift have the most authority? Again most structural religious organizations have been built to accommodate certain beliefs. If the Lord wanted us to use the scriptures as a pattern to set up a church structure, they would be so clear that there wouldn’t be 2,000 official denominations in the United States alone, each of them “scripturally based.” So the gifts are operated out of “functional authority.” We are quickly approaching a time when most of the moving of the Spirit of God in and through His people will occur outside organized religion of any kind, simply because those in legal authority—according to a name on the door—have usurped the Spirit’s authority over what happens inside, and are therefore unwilling to let the Spirit have His way, because it could be “out of order.” This is not to say that there is no order in the church! There defin

This is another area where a lot of teaching has been produced based on just a few scriptures. What we want to look at is what are the gifts, who are they for, how do we get them, and what do we do with them. The charisma, or gifts of the spirit, are often referred to as spiritual gifts. However, since they don’t function in the spiritual realm, but reside in the supernatural realm (our soul) and function in the supernatural and natural realm, it is more accurate to call them supernatural gifts given by the Spirit. These gifts can be described as one of the many ways the Lord impacts the supernatural and natural realms through the cooperation of a believer. For non-believers, these same capabilities, which were created in Adam and passed down to each successive generation, have either stagnated through lack of use or have been abused, or not used according to their original intent. This is where ESP, some witchcraft, divination, etc., comes from. As believers, we need to understand that the “gifts” themselve